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Danh ngôn của Donald Rumsfeld (Sứ mệnh: 4)

Enjoy your time in public service. It may well be one of the most interesting and challenging times of your life.
Many people around the President have sizeable egos before entering government, some with good reason. Their new positions will do little to moderate their egos.
If in doubt, don't. If still in doubt, do what's right.
First rule of politics: you can't win unless you're on the ballot. Second rule: If you run, you may lose. And, if you tie, you do not win.
In politics, every day is filled with numerous opportunities for serious error. Enjoy it.
Don't necessarily avoid sharp edges. Occasionally they are necessary to leadership.
Secretary Powell and I agree on every single issue that has ever been before this administration except for those instances where Colin's still learning.
In our system leadership is by consent, not command. To lead a President must persuade. Personal contacts and experiences help shape his thinking. They can be critical to his persuasiveness and thus to his leadership.
Presidential leadership needn't always cost money. Look for low- and no-cost options. They can be surprisingly effective.
If it were a fact, it wouldn't be called intelligence.